This 2-minute strawberry mug cake is literally an instant treat. An easy Valentine’s dessert, you’ll only need 8 ingredients, 5 minutes, and a microwave! Whisk, zap, and serve a warm, soft single-serving cake bursting with luscious strawberries.
It’s for those days when motivation is in short supply but the craving for something sweet persists that a quick and easy dessert with strawberries is my salvation!
I get to celebrate and revel in the seasonal fruit full of sunshine and summer flavor AND enjoy a tasty, gooey cake.
And boy, is it tasty!
WHY TRY THE STRAWBERRY MUG CAKE RECIPE?
Effortless Indulgence: quick and easy strawberry dessert when you don’t want to put in the work
Instant Gratification: when you want strawberry cake right this second, this is the go-to option.
Irresistible Flavor: moist, light, and so good, this strawberry cake balances flavors and textures like a maestro!
HOW TO MAKE STRAWBERRY MUG CAKE?
Step 1: Whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, oil, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl till you have a smooth mug cake batter.
Step 2: Fold in chopped strawberries and chocolate chips.
Step 3: Pour into a microwave-friendly mug, cup, or ramekin.
Step 4: Top with more strawberries and chocolate chips.
Step 5: Microwave for 1.5 to 2 minutes until the top is set, and the skewer inserted in the center comes out clean or a few moist crumbs are attached.
Final step: Devour the strawberry microwave cake!
CAKE IN A MUG RECIPE NOTES
- The more you mix strawberry cake in a cup, the denser it becomes. So, stir all the ingredients until just mixed.
- Immediately microwave mug cake recipes.
- Since each microwave is different, you may have to fine-tune the time. After the initial 1.5 minutes, microwave the mug cake in 30-second increments until it’s cooked to your liking.
- Use a biggish mug with straight sides for the best results.
CAN YOU MAKE CAKE-IN-MUG RECIPES IN THE OVEN?
Yes, you can bake this strawberry microwave cake. Grease a ramekin. Pour the batter and then bake for 10 to 15 minutes at 180°C.
HOW TO SERVE STRAWBERRY CAKE IN A MUG?
Like all fresh and quick strawberry desserts, warm, fluffy, and light mug cakes taste best when freshly made. That said, the strawberry cakes stay well for a day in the refrigerator. Reheat the cake in the microwave till it is warmed through.
- Eat the strawberry shortcake mug cake as-is
- Dust it with icing sugar
- Top with whipped cream
- Pair with a scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream
I wanted a decadent finish to my strawberry mug cake, so I gave it a light, creamy crown of mascarpone cheese frosting and chocolate shavings.
CHOCOLATE STRAWBERRY MUG CAKE SWAPS & SUBS
Flour: Whole wheat is a great substitute for all-purpose flour in cake-in-cup recipes. For a gluten-free option, try buckwheat flour. I made a chocolate mug cake with it, and it turned out fantastic.
Sugar: Raw, cane, or granulated; pick what’s in your pantry.
Strawberries: Fresh or frozen, either does the trick.
Chocolate: The best part of simple strawberry desserts is the melty, gooey chips swirled with fresh fruit. So, while the treat is great without chocolate, I’d say don’t skip it. I used dark chocolate chips. Use whatever you fancy.
VEGAN-IZE THE STRAWBERRY QUICK DESSERT
The mug is already eggless, so you can easily make it vegan by using plant-based milk like oat, almond, or cashew. Remember to use dairy-free chocolate and whipped cream.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Strawberry Mug Cake
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp Baking powder
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 1.5 tbsp Sugar
- 2 tbsp Oil I used vegetable oil. You can use any neutral -tasting oil you prefer.
- 3 tbsp Milk
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 3-4 tbsp Strawberries, chopped
- 2 tbsp Dark chocolate chips (Optional)
Topping (Optional)
- 1.5 tbsp Mascarpone cheese
- 1 tbsp Icing sugar
Instructions
- Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a small bowl.
- Whisk in the oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries and chocolate chips, if using.
- Pour the batter into a ramekin.
- Cook for 1 minute 30 seconds. You may have to cook for another 15- 30 secs, depending on your microwave.
- Let the cake cool down for a few minutes and then serve it warm, with the mascarpone cheese topping or whipped cream or ice cream. Enjoy!
Topping
- Whisk together the mascarpone cheese and icing sugar in a small bowl, until smooth and lump-free.
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